State Policy and Government Affairs Principal

Via•San Francisco, CA

9d•$125,000 - $160,000

About The Position

Via is using technology to transform transportation around the world. From changing a single person’s daily commute to reducing humanity’s collective environmental footprint — we’ve got huge goals. As a State Policy & Government Affairs Principal at Via, you will work on the Policy & Government Affairs team to build relationships with state and local policymakers in the Western U.S. and advocate for innovative mobility policy programs. This is a unique opportunity to work as part of a policy team that is working to reshape our transit systems, helping to enable greater access to affordable, accessible transit. We are searching for candidates based in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Requirements

A strategic thinker and day-to-day executor who can juggle several issues at once; you’re able to effectively consider and solve both short and long-term problems while being hyper organized.
A natural at public affairs; an excellent communicator with demonstrated writing, editing, and speaking skills.
You thrive in fast-paced environments and feel comfortable with a high level of responsibility.
You have a strong ability to articulate strategic objectives and have a deep knowledge of government and politics.
In policy or geographic areas that are new to you, you can quickly get up to speed, identify the key issues, and quickly develop and execute a strategy.
5-10 years' relevant experience in government, policy, and political affairs, managing relationships with a broad spectrum of stakeholders along the way.

Nice To Haves

Experience in transportation and mobility policy specifically is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

Lead Via’s policy work in California and other Western states, must be willing to travel as needed.
Research, track and respond to evolving state and local legislation and regulations that impact transit technology solutions and services.
Represent Via and Via’s vision, advocating for specific policies to elected officials and their staff, as well as the broader policy community.
Draft official written material: testimony, policy proposals, comments on regulations, formal correspondence, op-eds, blog posts, etc.
Drive forward targeted projects through work with external consultants and cross-functional internal teams.
Identify key stakeholder groups in priority markets and develop outreach strategies to advance areas of common interest.
Represent the company at policy conferences and other forums.